Master's in Micro and Nanotechnologies Engineering

Big changes start small: Unravel the power of the nanoscale

The Master's Degree in Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering (MEMN) is a multidisciplinary programme offering training in three main areas: Electronics, Biotechnology and Energy, combining engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, management and entrepreneurship.

Over two years, the MEMN prepares students for the forefront of innovation, exploring applied science and disruptive technologies such as transparent and/or flexible (opto)electronics, (nano)biosensors, solar cells and photonics, in clean rooms and various laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for nano/micro-scale manufacturing and advanced characterisation of materials and devices.

With the support of centres of research excellence and various partnerships with institutions and companies around the world, graduates of the Master's in Micro and Nanotechnologies are qualified for careers in cutting-edge sectors with high employability, such as (micro/nano)electronics, automation, mobility, aerospace, health and sustainable energy.

Taught in Portuguese and English, the programme attracts students of various nationalities who wish to transform their careers.

Enrol and discover the potential of the infinitely small for the advancement of science and technology!

"Impulso Mestre 2026" Scholarship

These scholarships, worth 450 euros, are available to all students who:
a) Are applying, for the first time to the first year of a Master’s degree at NOVA FCT;
b) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree with a final grade equal to or higher than 15 (out of 20);
c) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree at a higher education institution in Portugal or in another Member State of the European Union.

The results will be announced in November 2026.

Check the regulations (in Portuguese only)!

Why this Master's?

Curriculum structure that combines theoretical and practical training in highly relevant and impactful interdisciplinary fields, with a view to maximising students' career prospects;
Unique opportunities to gain knowledge and laboratory experience in research and technological development, taking advantage of the state-of-the-art facilities (including two clean rooms) at the CENIMAT|i3N and CEMOP|UNINOVA centres of excellence, internationally recognised as pioneers in the fields of functional materials and sustainable micro/nanotechnologies;
Wide range of partnerships with institutions and companies in various countries, providing unique opportunities for dissertation projects inside or outside Portugal;
Possibility of financial support through two types of scholarships available:
- ‘Impulso Mestre’ scholarships (€450) awarded to students enrolled for the first time in the master's programme with an average grade of 15/20 or higher in their bachelor's degree.
- Merit Scholarships (€1,250) awarded annually, sponsored by companies and research laboratories, to students with the highest entry grade in the master's programme or with the highest average grade from the previous year.

Applications 2026/27

1st Phase: February 4 to March 27, 2026

2nd Phase: June 1 to July 17, 2026

3rd Phase: August 19 to September 4, 2026

Single application phase for international students: February 4 to March 27, 2026

Vacancies: 50

Duration: 2 years: 1st year (1S, 2S, 3S), 2nd year (1S e 2S)

Format: In-person / Daytime

Language: Portuguese and/or English

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?

Course Coordinator: Manuel João de Moura Dias Mendes, memn.coordenador@fct.unl.pt

Academic division: mestrados@fct.unl.pt

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Program

The Master's Degree in Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering is structured over two years, with a curriculum that emphasizes the practical component, including theoretical-practical sessions and laboratory work, supported by the excellence in research developed by the teaching staff integrated in the CENIMAT and CEMOP centres associated with the Department of Materials Science (DCM). These R&D centres are internationally recognised as leaders in various technological areas such as: Transparent, Flexible and Sustainable Electronics; Nanotechnologies applied to Medicine; Photonics for Photovoltaics; Nanomaterials and Smart Devices; among others.

The main objective is to train professionals to work in cutting-edge areas in the field of Materials Science and Micro/Nanotechnologies and their applications, with a focus on the fields of Electronics, Biotechnology and Energy, providing basic knowledge and unique experimental skills for the understanding and manipulation of materials and devices at the nano and microscopic scales, as well as cross-cutting skills in Entrepreneurship and Management for Innovation.

Curriculum

For whom

Holders of a bachelor's degree or legal equivalent in Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Candidates with similar backgrounds will be evaluated based on their CV and professional experience.
Holders of a foreign higher education degree awarded following a 1st cycle of studies organised in those areas, in accordance with the principles of the Bologna Process by a State adhering to this Process;
Holders of a foreign higher education degree in those areas, which is recognised as satisfying the objectives of the bachelor's degree by the Scientific Council of the Faculty of Science and Technology;
Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum vitae that is recognised as attesting to the ability to complete this cycle of studies by the Scientific Council of the Faculty of Science and Technology, upon proposal by the Course Committee of the cycle of studies.

Career opportunities

The programme's commitment to innovation places students at the forefront of science and technology, so that MEMN graduates are prepared to work in industries of international importance, with broad career prospects and maximum employability rates in sectors such as:

Electronics (e.g. micro/nanotechnology industries);
Health and Pharmaceuticals (e.g. Biotechnology industries);
Energy (e.g. Renewable Technologies and Storage industries);
Mobility/Transport (e.g. Automotive and Aerospace industries);
Consulting and management;
Research and education.

Testimonials

Paul Grey

Technical Account Manager

Altium

“The excellent professors, with a passion for teaching, and cutting-edge technology in practical classes set this Master's degree apart from the rest. Students who graduate from this course are prepared for the world of work, not only with in-depth knowledge of technology, but also with the necessary soft skills.”

Diogo Vaz

Phototonic IC Packaging Manager

PICadvanced

“NOVA FCT is one of the most prestigious schools in Portugal, offering a unique curriculum that is the result of the excellent work of its teachers and researchers. It is well located, with a magnificent campus, close to the beaches of Costa da Caparica and Lisbon. The Master's Degree in Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering provided me with skills that are highly sought after in the national and international job market.”

Matilde Abreu

Analog Design Engineer

Synopsys, Inc.

“The Master's Degree in Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering offers comprehensive training ranging from solar energy to microelectronics, combining principles of engineering, physics, and materials science. The robust and practical curriculum allowed me to develop not only advanced technical knowledge, but also soft skills essential for the national and international market, such as interdisciplinary collaboration, problem solving, and effective communication. A course filled with an enriching experience that prepared me to contribute significantly in sectors of innovation, driving technology and sustainability.”

Joana Tátá

Design Specialist

PICadvanced, US LLC

“My training in Micro and Nanotechnologies opened the door to one of the most competitive and impactful fields in today's world: semiconductors. It was through this training that I had the opportunity to encounter the world of integrated photonics, which allowed me to work on some of the most relevant applications today, such as Fiber to the Home and Datacenter Switching technologies.”

Partnerships

Since its foundation, the programme has maintained various national and international collaborations with higher education institutions, state institutes, research centres, and companies. These partnerships allow students to carry out dissertation projects in different academic or business environments, connecting university education with practical applications and networking opportunities, which contributes to a high employability rate in the global market.

About the Department of Materials Science

The Department of Materials Science (DCM) of NOVA FCT has unique laboratory infrastructures in Portugal, internationally recognized, which, together with the excellent teaching for which we strive, have allowed us to train Materials Engineers with high scientific and technical quality.

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